Ski Holidays in Obertauern

One of the best snow records in the Alps

  • Resort altitude: 1,740 metres
  • 150 kms of skiing in the region
  • 87 km blue, 52 km red and 11 km of black slopes
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by coach from Salzburg airport

Obertauern has one of the longest seasons in the Alps: winter lasts until early May. With high-altitude queue-free skiing, traditional Austrian après-ski and ski-in/ski-out hotels, Obertauern is a real treasure in the Salzburg ski region, deservedly gaining in popularity with British guests.

Skiing and snowboarding in Obertauern

Obertauern is Austria's only purpose-built ski resort which means ski-in, ski-out from almost all hotels. You can expect high altitude skiing from 1,740m to 2,526m and 100km of slopes served by 26 lifts.

Obertauern has the best guarantee of snow in Salzburgerland. There’s a well-linked circuit, almost entirely above the treeline on both sides of the Tauern pass valley. Surrounded by the spectacular peaks of the Radstädter Tauern, the Skicircus is suitable for all levels and great for mixed ability groups.

Where to stay in Obertauern

Ski-in, ski-out hotels and guaranteed snow makes Obertauern one of the most desirable resorts in Austria. The town itself is a mix of traditional chalet style buildings with more modern architecture. We offer a range of 4-5 star hotels all with excellent locations and most properties include spa and wellness facilities with your stay. The slopes and lifts form a circuit around the village which makes it easy to get around.

Bars and restaurants in Obertauern

Après-ski is lively at the many huts dotted around the mountain and even more so at the bottom of the slopes. With the addition of the nearby Mauterndorf ski area, a further 50km of piste and 9 more lifts are available to Obertauern lift pass holders, a free 20 minutes ski bus ride connects the two resorts.

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Obertauern

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, chalet catering, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Added value

Save £100pp on your 2024/25 ski holiday when you pre-buy your lift pass and equipment hire/carriage (Book by 3 June 2024)

Ski Hotels in Obertauern

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The Hotel Steiner has a great reputation for high class service and cuisine. The hotel is a firm favourite with Inghams guests for its extensive leisure area and location in the heart of Obertauern.

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Obertauern Placeshotel Rooftop Bar 02 1703252200

A brand new hotel designed with everything you could possibly need for your stay in Obertauern. The Obertauern Places Hotel has an impressive wellness area with a freshwater indoor pool, a rooftop bar with views of the Alps, and an on-site movie theatre.

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Obertauern Kesselspitze Valamar Collection Hotel Exterior Night 01

The Hotel Kesselspitze is an excellent option for an unforgettable Obertauern getaway, providing luxury facilities, a prime location right on the slopes, and gourmet dining experiences. With its ski in, ski out location, guests have direct access to the piste and can explore all that Obertauern has to offer.

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With cosy rooms, mountain views, and a super friendly staff, the Valamar Obertauern Hotel is the perfect place to hit the slopes and unwind. You'll love their delicious food and ski in, ski out access to the slopes.

Ski & Snowboard
Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Ski holidays in Obertauern for Beginners

The nursery slopes and the ski school are conveniently situated directly beside the village. The green circuit with 7 lifts including the main 'Zehnerkar' cable-car gives access to wonderful open slopes to help the beginner and second time skiers' confidence. 

Ski holidays in Obertauern for Intermediates

The red circuit with 9 lifts contains a vast amount of blue and red runs; the higher up you go, the harder the runs get. 

Ski holidays in Obertauern for Advanced skiers

There are numerous off-piste possibilities plus challenging black runs with moguls to satisfy the most demanding skier. 

Snowboarding holidays in Obertauern

Very popular with both beginners and dedicated riders.


Mountain facts
Area 150 km
Ski area Obertauern 100 km and Mauterndorf 50 km
Resort Altitude 1740m
Ski Alt. From 1740m
Ski Alt. To 2350m
Longest run 2 Km
Run Information

Obertauern Blue 61km, Red 35km, Black 4km
Mauterndorf Blue 26km, Red 17km, Black 7km

Lifts Chairlifts 22, Cable car 4, Draglifts 9
Lift Ski LockersNo
Local Pass Lifts26
Whole Area Pass Lifts36
Night Skiing IncludedYes
Mountain Restaurants16
Snow Cannon Coverage86%
Night Skiing

Twice weekly.

Nursery SlopesVillage centre
Off-piste OptionsNo
Slope DirectionN, S
Snowpark Info

1 snow park

Walking18
Things To Do
  • Sports centre with indoor tennis and squash
  • Snowshoeing
  • Sleigh rides
  • Tobogganing
  • Excursion to Salzburg
  • Natural ice-skating rink
  • Snow-kiting
  • Snow-biking
  • Ski and non-ski kindergarten from 3-6yrs available locally
  • Night sking (Free with lift pass)
  • Resort bus free with lift pass
  • Car hire available
Ski Extras Offer

Save £100pp on your lift pass & ski hire - Save £100pp on your 2024/2025 ski holiday when you pre-buy your lift pass and equipment hire/carriage (offer ends 3rd June 2024).

Valid on all departure dates between 1st December 2024 and 30th April 2025. Buy any lift pass (found within the 'Extras' tab on checkout) and add either ski/snowboard hire or ski/snowboard carriage at the same time, for the same person to receive the discount.

Lift Passes

Lift Passes

Lift Passes Days Season Adult - Born before 2004 Senior 1958 
or earlier
Youth
2004-2006
Child
2007-2016
Area Pass
Obertauern & Mauterndorf
6 Low £232 £225 £175 £130
High £256 £243 £193 £130

High season 24 Dec - 6 Jan, 28 Jan - 24 Mar, 01 Apr to 14 Apr

Low season all other dates 

Children up to the age of 6 can ski for free if accompanied by a parent

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment

Equipment (6 days) Description White Blue Red Black
Adult Skis  - - £81 £116
Skis & boots - - £129 £183
Snowboard & boots - - £129 -
Youth 10-14yrs† Skis & boots - £65 - -
Snowboard & boots - £65 - -
Child 3-9yrs Skis & boots £47* - £47 -
Helmet - - £23 -

*White skis & boots for ages 3-6 years. Please see here for a description of hire categories.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Tuition Days Hours Adult Child (4-12yrs)
Ski Beginner 6 10am-12pm & 1:30-3:30pm  £340  £340
Ski Intermediate / Advanced 6 10am-12:30pm £290 -
Snowboard 3 10am-12pm  £213  -

*Child snowboard available to book locally subject to availability and minimum numbers. Please note, child and adult lunchtime break will be confirmed in the resort and might not be the same duration. Meeting point for adults to start/finish ski lessons might be different from one for children.

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner = never skied before
  • Level 1 = advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 = low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 = Good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced = Fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Transfers

Flights depart Saturdays

Transfer time

  • Salzburg airport: approx. 1 hour 30 mins by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available

Good to know

  • High altitude skiing & guaranteed snow
  • One of the longest ski seasons in Austria
  • Short transfers from Salzburg airport
  • Inghams rep service (phone rep service in December)
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